Rental market trends for
Boston, MA
The average rent price in Boston was $3,484 last month, up $231 month over month.
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Month-over-month change
Average rent in Boston
In January 2025, Boston rental prices increased $231 compared to last month.
Median rent of neighborhoods in Boston
| Neighborhood | Median rent | MoM (% change) |
|---|---|---|
| West Roxbury | $2,626 | -9.45% |
| Jamaica Plain | $3,125 | +1.21% |
| Dorchester | $2,950 | -1.67% |
| Charlestown | $3,450 | -1.43% |
| Roslindale | $2,718 | -6.28% |
| Brighton | $2,900 | +3.57% |
| Back Bay | $4,200 | +5.13% |
| South End | $4,000 | +3.90% |
| Hyde Park | $2,650 | +0.00% |
| South Boston | $3,957 | -0.26% |
| Beacon Hill | $3,000 | +11.11% |
| East Boston | $3,000 | +0.00% |
| Allston | $3,170 | -0.94% |
| Chestnut Hill | $5,000 | +36.05% |
| North End | $3,425 | -1.44% |
Average rent of nearby cities
Here's how Boston's average rent of $3,484 compares to nearby cities.
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